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Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Beloved 80's Pop Legend's Latest Photo Has Fans Spinning Out of Control in Excitement
Beloved 80's Pop Legend's Latest Photo Has Fans Spinning Out of Control in Excitement originally appeared on Parade. Cyndi Lauper is gearing up to give her fans even more of what they want. The 72-year-old pop star has been touring but recently stopped to take a break after an April 25 show in Tokyo. Now, the break is almost over and Lauper is getting ready to give everything she has for the last leg of her "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour." 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 In a photo shared to Instagram on Monday, July 14, the "True Colors" singer is standing on stage with creative director Brian Burke as they look back at the band's setup and a set of three screens that light up behind the stage. In the caption, she wrote, "Back at it! Tour rehearsals going strong. Final leg kicks off Thursday! 👩🏻🎤🤘🎶." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cyndi Lauper (@cyndilauper) The farewell tour, which took a brief hiatus in April, will start back up on Thursday, July 17, in Mansfield, Mass. She has 24 shows scheduled before the last leg of the "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour" ends in Los Angeles on August 30 at the Hollywood Bowl. Naturally, Lauper's fans went wild in the comments, with one writing, "We will see you in Philly! So excited! 😍🙌❤️." Another said, "I will be there on Thursday! Can't wait!!! 💃💃✨✨."A third commenter wrote, "I love 💕 ❤️❤️❤️❤️Cyndi you will always be my idol." Someone else wrote, "Love you Cyndi! Looking forward to seeing you in Denver. I really enjoyed the winter tour leg. You kicked some serious butt little lady 🥰." Several comments pointed out that there were no tour stops in Latin America, where she is still beloved. Many are hoping she'll add more tour dates in places like Brazil, Argentina, and Chile. The tour began on October 18, 2024, and has 69 scheduled shows. Beloved 80's Pop Legend's Latest Photo Has Fans Spinning Out of Control in Excitement first appeared on Parade on Jul 14, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 14, 2025, where it first appeared.
Daily Mail
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
She was an '80s teen pop princess who dated Ryan Seacrest and worked with Donald Trump but is now unrecognizable
She was a major teen pop singer in the 1980s with hit tunes such as Lost In Your Eyes. The New York native who plays the piano and guitar as well amassed a fortune with her winning up-tempo songs that the under-18 crowd became obsessed with. She went on to star on Broadway in popular shows like Grease and Cabaret. And the talent appeared on reality TV shows like Celebrity Apprentice (during season five with Donald Trump), Secret Celebrity Renovation and America's Most Musical Family. Then there was that racy Playboy photo shoot that won raves. She also dated TV stars Lorenzo Lamas and Ryan Seacrest. These days she still works plenty as she thrives in Las Vegas, but on Tuesday the diva was unrecognizable as she stepped out in very casual clothing during a heatwave. This celebrity dated Ryan Seacrest and worked with Donald Trump It's Debbie Gibson. Gibson was seen running errands in Sin City where she has been working. The versatile crooner was sporting extremely short shorts that revealed her underwear and slender legs. She also had on a printed camisole with lace trim and a dainty necklace as her blonde hair was clipped on one side and pulled up. Later Debbie added a NEW YORK sweatshirt as she looked at her cell phone. Earlier this month Gibson said she found it 'terrifying' to write her memoir. The singer has told her life story for the first time in her tome Eternally Electric: The Message in My Music - which is due for release on September 9. And she has found it all 'cathartic and exhausting process' but ultimately hopes to 'inspire' others. She told PEOPLE: 'I mean, listen, it's terrifying, the idea of putting out a book. Somebody said, Is it harder than writing a song? I'm like, a song is four minutes, and a book is 90,000 words. 'It has been such a cathartic and exhausting process. The motivation behind everything I do is to hopefully inspire people.' The Foolish Beat hitmaker thinks that readers may be surprised at what she has been through in her life but hopes that they will learn that they too can 'turn it around' like she did. She said: 'I always felt like the girl who was like, people would say, 'Well, if you could do it, I could do it.' I hope they read this book and they say, 'Oh my God, you went through that? I went through that. And you turned that around. Great, I want to turn that around.' Debbie - who shot to fame as a teenager with her debut album Out of the Blue and later branched out into a career in TV and film as well as Broadway theatre - has been on a US tour recently. She reflected that the whole experience has been 'very, very profound and meaningful' because it has informed how she has written the book. She said: 'I actually kind of set certain things around being at certain shows, and I've tried to take the reader on the journey with me with stops in the present and looking back at the same time. 'It's very, very profound and meaningful.' The pop phenomenon told the Nevada Ballet Theatre years ago that her heart is in her music. She relayed that her deep rooted passion for music has enabled her to connect with audiences and tell stories the 'way I first wrote them.' 'I have always loved breaking songs down to their purest form and Acoustic Youth will find me at the keys, super intimate, telling stories and playing the songs the way I first wrote them on the piano,' she shared. 'My audience and I share a connection that allows for me to be super in the moment and this show will find me truly taking in every moment and free flowing so that no two shows are alike! 'There may be some unexpected surprises on my set list and I can't wait to experience this unique moment that marries the then and the now and with my community who has been with me on this journey for over three and a half decades,' she shared. Gibson released her debut album in 1987 and went on to successfully star on Broadway.
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘80s Pop Legend, 61, Stuns Fans With Ageless Appearance and Vocal Range
'80s Pop Legend, 61, Stuns Fans With Ageless Appearance and Vocal Range originally appeared on Parade. Time apparently forgot to send Richard Marx the memo about aging. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter just delivered a performance at Summerfest that has fans questioning whether he's discovered the fountain of youth—or simply proves that exceptional talent transcends decades. At 61, the Chicago-born artist commanded the stage with the same vocal power and magnetic presence that made him an '80s sensation. Sitting at his piano in a casual tank top, Marx performed his timeless ballad "Right Here Waiting" with a voice that sounds virtually unchanged from his chart-topping heyday. Fan reactions have been unanimously amazed, with many expressing disbelief at his unchanged sound. One concert-goer perfectly captured the collective sentiment, noting he "sounded like he did when I was listening to him on my radio in the 80s." This authentic appreciation demonstrates how Marx's vocal abilities have genuinely withstood time's typical effects. The Milwaukee festival performance showcased why Marx remains a beloved figure in American pop music. His 30 million albums sold worldwide speak to enduring appeal, but seeing him live proves his continued relevance extends far beyond nostalgia. Marx's career trajectory reads like a masterclass in sustained excellence. His 1987 debut album achieved the rare feat of producing four top-three Billboard Hot 100 singles, with "Hold On to the Nights" reaching number one in 1988. Hits like "Endless Summer Nights" and "Hazard" cemented his status as both vocalist and accomplished makes his current performances particularly remarkable is how effortlessly he delivers these demanding vocal arrangements. Power ballads require incredible range and control, qualities that typically diminish with age. Marx continues executing these songs with the same emotional intensity and technical precision that originally captivated audiences. His ageless appearance complements his preserved vocal abilities, creating an overall package that defies conventional aging expectations. Fans consistently praise both his maintained physique and unchanged stage presence, suggesting his commitment to health and performance extends beyond just vocal exercises. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 This Summerfest appearance represents more than nostalgia—it's proof that authentic artistry remains timeless. Marx's ability to connect with both longtime fans and new audiences demonstrates how genuine talent creates lasting impact across generations. For '80s music lovers, Marx's continued excellence offers hope that their musical heroes can maintain their magic indefinitely. '80s Pop Legend, 61, Stuns Fans With Ageless Appearance and Vocal Range first appeared on Parade on Jul 6, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Legendary '80s Pop Star, 66, Has Fans Jumping to His Defense After Latest Performance
Legendary '80s Pop Star, 66, Has Fans Jumping to His Defense After Latest Performance originally appeared on Parade. As the frontman for iconic British pop/New Wave group Duran Duran, Simon Le Bon was known for his flamboyant style and pitch-perfect vocals. Over 40 years after the release of their eponymous debut album, loyal fans are still turning out to see the singer and his bandmates play their biggest hits live onstage — and they're more than ready to defend their favorite musicians from any haters out there. In a video shared to TikTok this week from a recent live performance in Amsterdam, Le Bon delivered an impressive rendition of Duran Duran's number one hit, "The Reflex," wearing a pair of tight white pants and a fitted black t-shirt. While the star seemed as energetic as ever, some commenters took the opportunity to criticize his performance, slamming Le Bon as an "aging pop star" and suggesting that it's "time to give up." Others, however, came to his defense with lightning speed. "He is 66!!! He still looks and sounds fab!" one person declared, adding, "So many rude and disrespectful comments from people who listen to remixes from the 80s. Simon le Bon was my 80s! My teenage years." "I will defend my boy simon till I die," agreed a second fan, while another pointed out, "I'm 50. My hip couldn't get that high. Fair play to him!" "Listening to the comments, jealousy is a many headed snake just saying," another commenter wrote. No matter what his critics say, it seems Le Bon isn't planning on slowing down anytime soon — and he still looks back fondly at his earlier years with Duran Duran. In an April 2025 interview with The Times, Le Bon weighed in on his trademark "1980s outfits," saying he's "not embarrassed by any of it." "I remember playing a gig in the UK in about 1980 and it was a very hot day," he recalled, adding, "We were in the dressing room, we knew it was going to be absolutely boiling, so Roger [Taylor] literally tore a strip off a towel, put it around his head and tied it in a knot at the back. I looked at him and thought, that looks cool in a Jimi Hendrix sort of way, so I did the same thing." "That was on a Saturday afternoon," Le Bon continued. "By Monday kids were wearing that — and by the end of the week it was in the fashion pages of newspapers."Legendary '80s Pop Star, 66, Has Fans Jumping to His Defense After Latest Performance first appeared on Parade on Jun 19, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
The Guardian
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Sailing towards Glastonbury: Rod Stewart's greatest solo songs – ranked!
This is essentially a lyrical update of (I'm Not Your) Steppin' Stone or Where Do You Go to (My Lovely)? – in summary: peeved ex complains that former girlfriend now moves in lofty circles. But Baby Jane was as good as 80s-pop Rod got: very of-its-era arrangement, great melody, big old chorus, a UK No 1. 'I hear you've written songs for your new album,' Elton John remarked to Stewart on stage in London. 'What's it called – Rarities?' And indeed, Time's standout track was good enough to make you wonder why Stewart didn't make the effort more often: a sweet, sad acoustic memoir of love lost in the singer's beatnik youth. The title track of Stewart's second album is his early solo approach in a nutshell. Folky and sensitive yet tough in sound and mood, it somehow manages to rock despite the languid pace and lack of drums. The interplay between Rod's rasp and Ronnie Wood's slide guitar is a marvel. A perfect example of Stewart's skill as an interpreter of others' songs: he digs deep and finds a melody in the verses not fully evident in Tom Waits's original – it's masked by Waits's trademark vocal approach – and emerges with a song transformed into the stuff of arena singalongs. The same year Neil Young belatedly released Tonight's the Night – his racked response to the deaths of roadie Bruce Berry and guitarist Danny Whitten – Stewart covered Whitten's signature ballad. One is harrowing, chaotic and dissipated, the other smooth, orchestrated pop-rock, but they're equally moving: Stewart's vocal is understated, capturing the song's lovelorn misery. Co-written by Stewart and Wood, the glorious title track of Stewart's solo breakthrough – a transatlantic No 1 – has a lot of the Faces' ramshackle charm. The lyrics detail romantic mishaps around the world, the 12-string guitar is out of tune, and the backing vocals come from former mentor Long John Baldry. Noticeably more thoughtful than the rest of his Foot Loose and Fancy Free album, the remorseful I Was Only Joking unexpectedly suggests a certain darkness – and weariness – behind Stewart's playboy image: 'Illusions of that grand first prize are slowly wearing thin.' Also home to a great bit of fourth-wall breaking: 'Verse seven is never clear.' Throughout his career, Stewart has recorded dozens of Motown covers, but this might be his best: essentially a Faces track in all but name (it features all four members), it transforms the Temptations' original version into loose-limbed rock, complete with unexpectedly thrilling drum solo, without sacrificing its intensity. Stewart spent much of the 80s obviously coasting, but could still, unexpectedly, deliver something with emotional punch. The production on Forever Young suggests someone had heard U2's Where the Streets Have No Name and decided it needed a layer of gloss – but the song's reflections on parenthood are really moving. For all its lyrical references to Aubrey Beardsley and faintly Gallic-sounding violin (actually the work of bluegrass innovator Richard Greene), something of the pub at last orders rather charmingly clings to You're in My Heart: its bottom-of-the-fourth-pint blend of confession and teary sentimentality, its arms-around-your-mates chorus. A million copies were sold in the US alone: cheers! Mike d'Abo's Handbags and Gladrags had already been recorded by Chris Farlowe and the Love Affair's Steve Ellis. Both were fantastic vocalists, but it's Rod's version that nails the song. He is less anguished than Farlowe but wearier-sounding than Ellis: the perfect voice to fit the hard-won wisdom of the lyric. Another example of Stewart's transformative interpretative powers. The Sutherland Brothers' original is an ominous harmonium-and-bass-drum drone – the key line is definitely 'Will I see you, who can say?' – but Stewart recasts the song completely, making it wistful, but soaring and celebratory. Anthem status swiftly followed. To borrow an old Smash Hits phrase, there were points where Stewart's late 70s brand of raunch turned a little Uncle Disgusting – Hot Legs; the frankly creepy Tonight's the Night (Gonna Be Alright) – but his 'disco spoof' is so preposterous, so evidently performed with tongue in cheek, that it's weirdly irresistible. It had already been recorded umpteen times – by author Cat Stevens, PP Arnold, and the Love Affair (them again!) among others. You can argue for hours about the definitive reading, but Stewart's careworn take is in with a shot at the title: the cathartic orchestrated finale is particularly fine. An affecting account of a homophobic murder delivered with a cocktail of empathy, sadness and a desire to celebrate the victim's life. Part II contains the most glaring of the perennially light-fingered Stewart's musical steals, so indebted to the Beatles' Don't Let Me Down that John Lennon publicly raised an eyebrow. For a moment, it looked as if Stewart might not just be one of the 1970s' major singers, but a major singer-songwriter. It didn't turn out like that, but when he was turning out songs as great as Mandolin Wind – poignant, moving, ultimately joyous – you could understand why. One of the 70s old guard's finest responses to new wave: a Springsteen-esque 'love on the run' narrative set to a wired, urgent drum machine and synth pulse, complete with phenomenal chorus and – awww! – a happy ending. Why he didn't make more music like this is a mystery. In which Stewart transforms Tim Hardin's beautiful, but brief and sparsely arranged original into an understated epic, the piano and organ seemingly taking the title as a cue to dive into gospelly waters. It's big on shiver-inducing moments where the band drop out and his rasping voice sings unaccompanied. A follow-up that matches the big hit for quality: honestly, there's not a cigarette paper between this and the song at No 1 here. You Wear It Well wraps a saga of lost love in a melody and a loose performance that oozes an infectious, slightly boozy joy. An unmitigated delight. Apparently based on a true story (Stewart has said it's about the woman he lost his virginity to in 1961), Maggie May was initially released only as a B-side; perhaps his label balked at the idea of releasing a single without an identifiable chorus. But it doesn't need one, because it has a melody that alternately breezes and sighs – the perfect complement to the emotional twists and turns of a lyric that can't work out whether to be rueful, affectionately reflective or optimistic – and immediately lodges in your brain. Proof that sometimes, an artist's best-known is also their best full stop.
